We haven't yet heard from German insurance about the Saab's fate. It still runs (quite well we found out) with a dented hood, no air conditioner, and strong tape supplied by a Formula I crew guy over the smashed headlight covers. (got new bulbs and the lights still work)Windows rolled down, hair blowing and singing to the radio (YMCA) we ventured to rural areas of the Czech Republic. Tom thinks we got great mileage for two reasons; no air and with windows open we benefited from a drafting effect.
It was scary at times on roads, they are curvy and many Czechs dream of being race car drivers. They tail, don't use their brakes to slow down (a waste of gas) and love the thrill of passing trucks on two lane roads.
Small farm communities are graced with humble homes, gardens, few stores, churches and a fish pond. In the heart of Europe there are not many lakes, thanks to Catholic customs, ponds were dug out by villages to raise fish. Site cultivation began in the 16th century and is still maintained today. A crew "fishes out a pond" with nets once a year. Usually a town celebration follows!
Farm landscape showed signs of Communist ways. Large, empty barns and sheds are abandoned with many broken windows and crumbling walls. Little new construction can be seen. Field equipment from the 1960s and 1970s is still running. Men on tractors had a content look and hardworking peace about them.
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